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Pfeiffer Vacuum

Pfeiffer Vacuum Technology AG, commonly referred to as Pfeiffer Vacuum, is a leading provider of vacuum solutions headquartered in Asslar, Germany. Established in 1890, the company has evolved into a key player in the vacuum technology industry, serving major operational regions across Europe, Asia, and North America. Specialising in high-quality vacuum pumps, measurement instruments, and leak detection systems, Pfeiffer Vacuum is renowned for its innovative products that cater to diverse applications, including semiconductor manufacturing, coating technology, and analytical instrumentation. The company’s commitment to precision and reliability has solidified its market position, making it a trusted partner for industries requiring advanced vacuum solutions. With a rich history of technological advancements, Pfeiffer Vacuum continues to set benchmarks in the vacuum sector, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency for its clients.

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95

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Furniture Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

26

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Pfeiffer Vacuum's reported carbon emissions

In 2024, Pfeiffer Vacuum reported total carbon emissions of approximately 1,196,793,000 kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions at about 2,951,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions (market-based) at approximately 6,987,000 kg CO2e, and a significant contribution from Scope 3 emissions, which totalled around 1,186,855,000 kg CO2e. This indicates a substantial reliance on indirect emissions, particularly from the use of sold products, which accounted for about 1,060,007,000 kg CO2e. Pfeiffer Vacuum has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050. The company has established near-term targets to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 58.8% by 2034, using 2022 as the base year. Additionally, they plan to increase their sourcing of renewable electricity from 52% in 2022 to 100% by 2030. For Scope 3 emissions, Pfeiffer aims for a reduction of 35% by 2034. Long-term goals include a 96% reduction in absolute Scope 1 emissions and a 93% reduction in Scope 2 emissions by 2050, both from a 2022 baseline. Furthermore, Pfeiffer is committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 90% within the same timeframe. These targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and reflect the company's commitment to addressing climate change effectively.

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Scope 1
3,524,000
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Scope 2
11,881,000
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0,000,000
0,000,000
Scope 3
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0,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000
0,000,000,000

Industry emissions intensity

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Pfeiffer Vacuum's primary industry is Furniture; other manufactured goods n.e.c. (36), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Pfeiffer Vacuum is in DE, which has a medium grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
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